Everton win 1-0 at Newcastle: Barry scores, Ramsey sent off
Thierno Barry scored the only goal as Everton claimed their first away league win of the season, beating Newcastle 1-0 at St James' Park. The Magpies were booed off at half-time and full-time, and substitute Jacob Ramsey was sent off in stoppage time.
- Competition: Premier League
- Venue: St James' Park
- Result: Newcastle 0-1 Everton
- Goals: Thierno Barry 49'
- Red card: Jacob Ramsey (Newcastle) 90+8'
- League positions: Everton 7th, Newcastle 13th
Match report: Everton end away drought as Newcastle woes deepen
Everton secured their first away Premier League victory of the season with a 1-0 win at Newcastle United on Saturday. Thierno Barry tapped in from close range in the 49th minute after a quick free-kick caught the Newcastle defence cold. The home side were booed off at both half-time and full-time, and their misery was compounded when substitute Jacob Ramsey was sent off in the eighth minute of stoppage time after receiving two yellow cards in 86 seconds.
The result lifts Everton to seventh in the table, while Newcastle drop to 13th. It is Newcastle's second defeat to Everton in four days, following their 3-1 Carabao Cup fourth-round loss on Merseyside. David Moyes' side were good value for the win, having created the better chances throughout.
How the goal came
Everton broke the deadlock four minutes after half-time through a moment of quick thinking. Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall took a fast free-kick that released Tyrique George, whose shot squirmed under Newcastle goalkeeper Lukas Hornicek. The ball fell kindly for Thierno Barry, who tapped into an empty net. Sky Sports commentator Andy Hinchcliffe described the defending as "truly shocking" and the goalkeeping as "terrible".
Newcastle's response
Newcastle struggled to create clear chances and did not register their first shot on target until the 85th minute through substitute Yoane Wissa. Five minutes later, Wissa forced a good save from former Sunderland goalkeeper Jordan Pickford. Anthony Elanga came closest to equalising for the hosts when he hit the post in the 66th minute. The Magpies were without a shot on target until late on and were booed off at the break.
Everton could have been ahead earlier. Thierno Barry and Harrison Armstrong both wasted excellent chances in the first half. Sky Sports pundit Jamie Carragher described Newcastle's performance as "poor".
Ramsey's red card
Newcastle's night ended in farcical fashion when substitute Jacob Ramsey was shown a second yellow card in the 98th minute, having been booked twice in the space of 86 seconds. The dismissal helped Everton hold on for the three points and condemned Newcastle to back-to-back home defeats. They have now lost four of their last five games in all competitions.
Selection notes
Everton were again without Jack Grealish, who was not named in the squad due to a fitness issue. The club's starting line-up post on their website stated that he was "not match fit". The 31-year-old was left out of Thursday's Carabao Cup win over Newcastle due to a breach of club discipline after missing training. He was also absent for the 2-0 loss to Arsenal on October 24, which was put down to illness. Grealish is on a second consecutive season-long loan from Manchester City and has made six appearances for Everton this season. During the last campaign, he provided six assists and scored two goals in 20 appearances before suffering a season-ending foot injury in January.
What was said
"truly shocking"
"terrible goalkeeping"
"poor"
Hinchcliffe's criticism of the defending and goalkeeping highlights the soft nature of the goal Everton scored. Carragher's assessment of Newcastle as "poor" reflects a flat performance from the home side, who struggled to create until late on. The quotes underline the frustration around St James' Park.
The numbers
- Possession: Newcastle xxx - Everton xxx (not provided in source)
- Shots on target: Newcastle 1 (first at 85'), Everton xxx
- Red cards: Jacob Ramsey 90+8' (second yellow)
- League position: Everton 7th, Newcastle 13th
- Form: Newcastle lost 4 of last 5 in all competitions
Analysis: Everton's efficiency exposes Newcastle's lack of ideas
Everton's win was built on taking one of their few clear chances and defending stubbornly. Thierno Barry was a constant threat in behind and got his reward with the goal. Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall's quick thinking for the free-kick was the difference, catching Newcastle's defence unaware. Without the ball, Everton sat deep and limited space, allowing Newcastle possession but few clear sights of goal until the closing stages.
Newcastle, by contrast, lacked urgency and creativity. Anthony Elanga hit the post but was otherwise quiet. The midfield struggled to link with the attack, and the introduction of Yoane Wissa late on gave them a focal point, but it was too late. The defending for Everton's goal was symptomatic of a team low on confidence and organisation.
David Moyes will be delighted with his side's resilience and game management. The Toffees move up to seventh and have now won at St James' Park for the second time this calendar year, following their victory there in February. For Newcastle, the pressure mounts on manager Matthias Jaissle, whose side have lost four of their last five and were booed off by their own fans. The absence of key players and the disciplinary issue with Jacob Ramsey add to their woes.
Talking points
- Should Newcastle goalkeeper Lukas Hornicek have done better for Everton's goal? The shot squirmed under him and Hinchcliffe called it "terrible goalkeeping".
- Was Jacob Ramsey's red card for two bookings in 86 seconds a sign of frustration or indiscipline? It summed up Newcastle's night.
- Everton are up to seventh – can they sustain a push for Europe without Jack Grealish, who is absent again?
- Newcastle have lost four of five – is Matthias Jaissle's position under threat after being booed off at home?
What happens next
Everton will look to build on this win when they host their next Premier League fixture, while Newcastle face a tough trip as they attempt to arrest their slide. The Magpies will be without the suspended Jacob Ramsey. Everton's next test will reveal whether this away win is a turning point in their season.
Frequently asked questions
Who scored Everton's goal against Newcastle?
Thierno Barry scored Everton's goal in the 49th minute.
Why was Jacob Ramsey sent off for Newcastle?
Ramsey was sent off in stoppage time after picking up two yellow cards in 86 seconds.
Why is Jack Grealish not playing for Everton?
Grealish was left out due to a fitness issue, with Everton stating he was "not match fit". He was also absent for the Carabao Cup win over Newcastle due to a breach of club discipline after missing training.
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